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Sakalava bay with turquoise water and sandy beach near Diego Suarez

Diego Suarez

The Three Bays

Coastal Adventure

Diego-Suarez 4–5 hoursEasy to moderate (some walking involved)

Overview

Discover the Three Bays (Sakalava, Pigeon, and Dunes) on a hike offering spectacular views of the ocean. It's a prime spot for kitesurfing and seaside walks.

Along Antsiranana's rugged coast, the Three Bays unfold like a painter's masterpiece.

Windswept shores meet turquoise waves, where kitesurfers dance with the breeze and footprints vanish in the tide.

Here, nature's serenity reigns, untouched and eternal, inviting wanderers to lose themselves in its coastal charm.

Itinerary

  1. Step 1

    Pick-up

    Pick-up from the port or your accommodation and transfer by 4x4 to the Three Bays area.

  2. Step 2

    Viewpoint over the bay

    Stop at a viewpoint to admire the turquoise water and the shape of the coast.

  3. Step 3

    Coastal hike

    A walk linking the bays — a giant baobab at Sakalava, the wilder shore of Pigeon and the dunes.

  4. Step 4

    Beach time

    Time to swim, relax on the sand, and an optional refreshment stop at Ramena beach.

Gallery

Moments from The Three Bays

Sandbar linking the bays of Sakalava, Pigeon and Dunes
Viewpoint over the turquoise water of Sakalava bay
White sand and dramatic coastline of the Three Bays

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Everything travelers usually ask before booking this experience.

Which bays are included?

The route links Sakalava, Pigeon and Dunes — three bays with different characters: kitesurfing at Sakalava, a dramatic walk at Pigeon and rolling dunes at Dunes.

How long is the excursion?

The published duration is 4–5 hours including transfers. Departure time is adapted to the tide and to your pick-up point.

Is swimming possible?

Yes, there is time to swim where conditions allow. Bring a towel and water shoes if you prefer rocky entries.

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